Susan Oguche

Susan Oguche

Keynote Speaker: Communications Futurist; Former Chief Communications Officer of NBA Cleveland Cavaliers; CEO of Brilliance Communications

Susan Oguche Biography

Susan Oguche is a communications futurist and award-winning executive whose career spans two decades at the forefront of brand storytelling, reputation leadership, and the integration of emerging technologies into communications strategy. Oguche is known for helping organizations harness innovation while staying grounded in authentic storytelling and shaping the cultural conversations of tomorrow.

Oguche's career includes senior leadership roles at Nike, Procter & Gamble, Abbott, Home Chef, and Sleep Number. She has served as Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Rock Entertainment Group, and Rocket Arena. In these roles, she led transformational communications strategies, pioneered digital-first storytelling, and built communications functions designed for the future.

Oguche founded Brilliance Communications, LLC, a next-generation communications consultancy that provides brands and executives with fractional communications leadership, AI integration support, and executive media training. Through Brilliance, she partners with brands and leaders to elevate their voice, strategy, and impact in an evolving media landscape.

A PRWeek 40 Under 40 honoree, Oguche’s leadership has also been recognized by Sports Business Journal, the NBA, Crain’s, PRWeek, PRNews, and the Stevie International Business Awards.

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Susan Oguche Speaking Topics

Mastering the Art and Science of Executive Presence for Impactful Leadership

Drawing on her extensive experience supporting senior leaders in high-pressure corporate and sports environments, Susan Oguche unpacks the components of executive presence that elevate leaders from competent to inspirational. This session explores verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, storytelling, media engagement, and authentic confidence-building strategies that senior executives must master to influence stakeholders and inspire teams. Using real-world case studies and practical exercises, attendees will gain frameworks to cultivate their own presence and command thoughtful respect in any professional setting.

Attendee Results:

  • Identify the pillars of executive presence and how to develop them deliberately
  • Develop communication skills that enhance credibility and influence
  • Learn techniques to project confidence, poise, and authenticity
  • Gain practical tips for interviews, presentations, and media interactions
  • Build actionable plans to elevate leadership communication across channels

Lessons From the Frontline of Sports PR and Crisis Communications

Susan Oguche draws from her years working with major sports franchises to reveal how communications leaders manage complex narratives, maintain brand integrity, and engage diverse fan bases under constant public scrutiny. This talk blends crisis management best practices with the unique challenges and opportunities in sports communications, offering insights into media relations, sponsorship storytelling, athlete engagement, and reputation building. Attendees will learn how to align organizational goals with authentic storytelling that resonates emotionally and strategically.

Attendee Results:

  • Understand the unique dynamics of sports communications leadership
  • Learn crisis response techniques tuned for media scrutiny and fast timelines
  • Master storytelling approaches that connect community, fans, and stakeholders
  • Get strategies for athlete communication and brand positioning
  • Develop skills to balance tactical response with long-term brand strategy

The Working Mother’s Playbook: Balancing Leadership, Life, and Career Ambition

Practical Strategies and Empowering Mindsets for Career Success and Family Fulfillment

As a seasoned leader and working mother, Susan Oguche shares candid insights on navigating the competing demands of career advancement and family life with grace and purposeful intention. This session addresses time management, boundary-setting, resilience-building, and authentic leadership while honoring personal priorities. Participants will hear actionable advice on overcoming imposter syndrome, cultivating support networks, and designing flexible strategies that empower women to thrive professionally without sacrificing their values or well-being.

Attendee Results:

  • Gain frameworks for balancing professional ambition with family and self-care
  • Learn to set boundaries while maintaining career momentum
  • Discover methods to enhance resilience and reduce burnout
  • Encourage authentic leadership and confidence in the workplace
  • Build personalized plans for sustainable success and fulfillment

Building a Future-Ready Communications Team: Skills for Human-AI Collaboration

The future of communications demands a blend of deep expertise and broad cross-functional skills. This session teaches leaders how to build and develop high-performing communications teams fluent in AI tools, digital strategy, and human-centered leadership. Learn the three phases of skills growth (full-stack capability, adjacent domain fluency, and cross-functional human skills) and practical steps to embed these in your team culture. Discover how effective oversight of AI-powered workflows can unlock creativity and strategic impact while maintaining ethical standards.

Attendee Results:

  • Understand the T-shaped skills framework and its relevance to communications teams
  • Learn how to foster AI fluency alongside emotional intelligence and ethical judgment
  • Gain actionable strategies to build adaptive, innovative teams
  • Explore how human-AI collaboration enhances creativity and operational excellence
  • Equip teams to lead in the evolving landscape of strategic communication

How do I book Susan Oguche to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Susan Oguche for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Susan Oguche, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Susan Oguche or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Susan Oguche for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Susan Oguche, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Susan Oguche are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Susan Oguche, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Susan Oguche speak about?

Susan Oguche is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Marketing, Black Heritage, Communication, Futurism, Executive Leadership, Crisis Management, Female Leadership, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Work-Life Balance.

Where does Susan Oguche travel from?

Susan Oguche generally travels from Cleveland, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Susan Oguche?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Susan Oguche for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Susan Oguche for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Susan Oguche or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Susan Oguche is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Storytelling, Marketing and Black Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Susan Oguche for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Susan Oguche generally travels from Cleveland, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Arielle Patrick, Stephanie M. Kirkland and Alexis Alston. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Susan Oguche for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 15/10/2025.

Susan Oguche Speaking Topics

  • Mastering the Art and Science of Executive Presence for Impactful Leadership

    Drawing on her extensive experience supporting senior leaders in high-pressure corporate and sports environments, Susan Oguche unpacks the components of executive presence that elevate leaders from competent to inspirational. This session explores verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, storytelling, media engagement, and authentic confidence-building strategies that senior executives must master to influence stakeholders and inspire teams. Using real-world case studies and practical exercises, attendees will gain frameworks to cultivate their own presence and command thoughtful respect in any professional setting.

    Attendee Results:

    • Identify the pillars of executive presence and how to develop them deliberately
    • Develop communication skills that enhance credibility and influence
    • Learn techniques to project confidence, poise, and authenticity
    • Gain practical tips for interviews, presentations, and media interactions
    • Build actionable plans to elevate leadership communication across channels

  • Lessons From the Frontline of Sports PR and Crisis Communications

    Susan Oguche draws from her years working with major sports franchises to reveal how communications leaders manage complex narratives, maintain brand integrity, and engage diverse fan bases under constant public scrutiny. This talk blends crisis management best practices with the unique challenges and opportunities in sports communications, offering insights into media relations, sponsorship storytelling, athlete engagement, and reputation building. Attendees will learn how to align organizational goals with authentic storytelling that resonates emotionally and strategically.

    Attendee Results:

    • Understand the unique dynamics of sports communications leadership
    • Learn crisis response techniques tuned for media scrutiny and fast timelines
    • Master storytelling approaches that connect community, fans, and stakeholders
    • Get strategies for athlete communication and brand positioning
    • Develop skills to balance tactical response with long-term brand strategy

  • The Working Mother’s Playbook: Balancing Leadership, Life, and Career Ambition

    Practical Strategies and Empowering Mindsets for Career Success and Family Fulfillment

    As a seasoned leader and working mother, Susan Oguche shares candid insights on navigating the competing demands of career advancement and family life with grace and purposeful intention. This session addresses time management, boundary-setting, resilience-building, and authentic leadership while honoring personal priorities. Participants will hear actionable advice on overcoming imposter syndrome, cultivating support networks, and designing flexible strategies that empower women to thrive professionally without sacrificing their values or well-being.

    Attendee Results:

    • Gain frameworks for balancing professional ambition with family and self-care
    • Learn to set boundaries while maintaining career momentum
    • Discover methods to enhance resilience and reduce burnout
    • Encourage authentic leadership and confidence in the workplace
    • Build personalized plans for sustainable success and fulfillment

  • Building a Future-Ready Communications Team: Skills for Human-AI Collaboration

    The future of communications demands a blend of deep expertise and broad cross-functional skills. This session teaches leaders how to build and develop high-performing communications teams fluent in AI tools, digital strategy, and human-centered leadership. Learn the three phases of skills growth (full-stack capability, adjacent domain fluency, and cross-functional human skills) and practical steps to embed these in your team culture. Discover how effective oversight of AI-powered workflows can unlock creativity and strategic impact while maintaining ethical standards.

    Attendee Results:

    • Understand the T-shaped skills framework and its relevance to communications teams
    • Learn how to foster AI fluency alongside emotional intelligence and ethical judgment
    • Gain actionable strategies to build adaptive, innovative teams
    • Explore how human-AI collaboration enhances creativity and operational excellence
    • Equip teams to lead in the evolving landscape of strategic communication

  • How do I book Susan Oguche to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Susan Oguche for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Susan Oguche, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Susan Oguche or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Susan Oguche for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Susan Oguche, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Susan Oguche are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Susan Oguche, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Susan Oguche speak about?

    Susan Oguche is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Marketing, Black Heritage, Communication, Futurism, Executive Leadership, Crisis Management, Female Leadership, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Work-Life Balance.
  • Where does Susan Oguche travel from?

    Susan Oguche generally travels from Cleveland, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Susan Oguche?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Susan Oguche for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Susan Oguche for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Susan Oguche or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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